Not just another Valentine's day

[pamela_a]

Yesterday was Valentine's day. Being widowed for almost 18 months and not having anyone special in my life it was just another Monday. 2 hours of electrolysis in the morning then off to spend the rest of the day at the office.

When I got home the usual group was there. My son Robby, Ben (he's staying with me to finish high school here as his parents moved to another state last fall), and 2 of their friends; one of whom is staying with me since he doesn't have anywhere else to go. All 4 of these boys, well young men really since they're all 18-21, have been at or around my house regularly for years so, in addition to my own son, I feel I have 3 "extra" sons.

I went to my room to put my laptop there and sitting on my desk was the most beautiful arrangement of roses I'd ever seen. As I stood there staring the guys came up behind me, wished me a happy valentine's day, and gave me big hugs (well, I got hugs from everyone but my son of course :) ). All I could do was just stand there and cry. I know they're great guys but I never expected anything like that.

I guess it turned out to be not such a bad Valentine's day after all.

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[Michelle.M]

That is such a sweet story! You're so lucky to have them in your life.

[SherriePall]

Pam -- Let me just echo what Michelle said. What a wonderful story. And what a wonderful group of young men.

[Aprilrain]

Thats really sweet, i'm crying for you.

[CharleneT]

WOW ! What a wonderful day for you !

[Kaitlyn Michele]

Wow,... that's terrific Pam!! Love the pic with the flowers!!!

[Jorja]

WOW, That is fantastic!!! Kudos guys!

[RachelDee]

If this was on Facebook id be 'Liking' it a lot =]

*Likes*

[Leanne2]

Wow Pam, that is great! How wonderful to be surrounded by such thoughtful boys. You are a lucky lady. Leanne

[tanyalynn51]

Thanks for sharing- that was awesome, and Im glad you had a great day.

[AllieSF]

That is so awesome. What God takes away he gives back in little doses and in different ways. What a wonderful day for a beautiful woman.

[gretchen2]

That's going to make me cry, how cool.

[Teri Jean]

Pam that is so great. We have talked about the guys before but this was not seen. Congrats. Sis

[Katie Moore]

I need a tissue...Good guys for a good gal!

[Gina X]

That is brilliant what a great bunch of guys. You must really be special to them....................

[Tia808]

OMG, it's no surprised that you cried, seeing as the boys' gesture brought tears to my (and so many other) eyes as well! Wow. Kudos to them, and kudos to you -- you're clearly doing something right!